Benton House of Decatur
Assisted Living · Decatur, GA
Benton House of Decatur
Assisted Living · Decatur, GA
Benton House of Decatur offers a welcoming senior living experience with personalized support and compassionate care. Residents can enjoy a variety of activities and amenities designed to enhance their quality of life. The community provides assisted living, memory care, and respite care options.
90-bed community Rank #275 / 669Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 275th out of 669 homes in Georgia. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Georgia SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
6 years in operation Rank #431 / 670Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 431st out of 670 homes in Georgia. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Georgia SNFs. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score: 53 / 100 Rank #278 / 873Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 278th out of 873 homes in Georgia. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Georgia SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living Community
StatusLicensed
IssuanceNovember 21, 2019
CountyDekalb
Benton House of Decatur is administrated by Ms Hollie Curfman.
Wheelchair Accessible
Emergency SystemsYes
Safety Features24/7 On-Site Security
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Email
[email protected]
Pets Allowed
HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes
3 Chef Prepared Meals
Main & Private Dining Rooms
Arts & Craft Studio
Library
Warm
Cozy Fireside Seating
Non-Denominational Church Services
Pet Friendly
Transportation For Group Activities
Daily Wellness Checks
Daily Housekeeping
Raised Garden Beds
Personal Laundry & Linen Service
Covered & Uncovered Parking
Full Service Salon
ActivitiesMonthly Activity Calendar available.
Religious ServicesNon-Denominational Church Services
Food Description3 Chef Prepared Meals, Main & Private Dining Rooms
Inspection History
In Georgia, the Department of Community Health, Healthcare Facility Regulation Division conducts unannounced inspections to ensure facilities adhere to state health and safety requirements.
Since 2017 · 9 years of data
8 deficiencies
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Georgia state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2017 vs. Georgia state average
Overall vs. GA average
0 Worse
No metrics in this bucket.
2 Better
Metrics better than Georgia average:
• Total deficiencies (62% below)
• Deficiencies per year (61% below)
• Total deficiencies (62% below)
• Deficiencies per year (61% below)
Latest Inspection
August 17, 2025
Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies
| This Facility | GA Average | vs. GA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 8 | 21 | This facility has 62% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (8 vs. GA avg 21).↓ 62% better |
|
Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2017.
| 0.9 | 2.3 | This facility has 61% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (0.9 vs. GA avg 2.3).↓ 61% better |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
The most recent inspection on August 17, 2025, found no deficiencies. Earlier inspections generally showed compliance with regulations, though some prior reports noted issues related to resident protection, staff conduct, and medication orders. Deficiencies included failure to safeguard a resident’s personal property due to staff exploitation, inadequate oversight leading to a resident eloping, and isolated incidents of staff mistreatment and improper use of restraints, with involved staff members terminated. Most complaint investigations were unsubstantiated, except for a few substantiated cases involving resident exploitation, elopement, and mistreatment. The facility’s inspection history shows improvement in recent years, with no deficiencies cited in the latest inspections.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
Show Inspection ReportsLiving Spaces & Floor Plans for Benton House of Decatur
Studio Floor Plan
Download PDFPlaces of interest near Benton House of Decatur
2.5 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Decatur's city center to Benton House of Decatur's address, calculated via Google Maps.
Calculate Travel Distance to Benton House of Decatur
Add your location
Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Georgia
Benton House of Decatur is located in DECATUR, Georgia.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Georgia.
Compare Assisted Living around Decatur
The information below is reported by the Georgia Department of Community Health, Healthcare Facility Regulation Division.
Filter by care type
| The Holbrook Decatur |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Decatur (Mason Mill/Vistavia Hills) | 129 | Yes | 67 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed | 6 | Fratina Boatman | 18 | 4 | 0.2 |
| Sunrise of Decatur |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Decatur (Westchester Hills/Chelsea Heights) | 100 | Yes | 69 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 9 | Ms. Charmaine Hicks | 29 | 14 | 0.5 |
| Benton House of Decatur |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Decatur | 90 | No | 53 | - | 6 | Ms Hollie Curfman | 27 | 8 | 0.3 |
| Medlock Gardens Senior Living |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Decatur | 42 | No | 77 | - | 12 | Serita Buchanan | 16 | 6 | 0.4 |
| Benton House of Decatur |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Decatur | 10 | No | 52 | - | 8 | Ms Hollie Cufman | 2 | 0 | 0.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Benton House of Decatur
Is Benton House of Decatur in a walkable area?
Benton House of Decatur has a walk score of 53. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
Does Benton House of Decatur have different floorplan options?
Yes — see the floorplan options available at Benton House of Decatur on this page.
What is the best email address for Benton House of Decatur?
The team at Benton House of Decatur can be reached at [email protected].
Who is the administrator of Benton House of Decatur?
Ms HOLLIE CURFMAN is the administrator of Benton House of Decatur.
How many beds does Benton House of Decatur have?
Benton House of Decatur has 90 beds.
Are there photos of Benton House of Decatur?
Yes — there are 12 photos of Benton House of Decatur in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Benton House of Decatur?
Benton House of Decatur is located at 2711 LAWRENCEVILLE HWY.
Guides for Better Senior Living
Care Cost Calculator: See Prices in Your Area
Nursing Home Data Explorer
Don’t Wait Too Long: 7 Red Flag Signs Your Parent Needs Assisted Living Now
The True Cost of Assisted Living in 2025 – And How Families Are Paying For It
Understanding Senior Living Costs: Pricing Models, Discounts & Financial Assistance
Contact Us
Published on
Updated on
Feedback
Write a review for Benton House of Decatur
Rate your overall experience with this community
Explore Open Rooms
1
Contact details
2
What type of senior care service are you looking for?
3
What budget do you have in mind for senior care?
4
How soon do you need to find care?
5
Additional details
Thank you for your interest!
Our team will be in touch shortly to help with next steps.
Need Help?
Let us help you or a loved one find the perfect senior home.
